Energy Jobline ZR
Senior/Staff Procurement Operations Manager in Foster City
Energy Jobline ZR, Foster City, California, United States, 94420
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We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.
Job Description The Sourcing & Procurement Operations Manager is a critical, operations-focused role at the intersection of procurement and supply chain management. This role is responsible for the development, implementation, and optimization of procurement systems, processes, and tools to support strategic sourcing and operational efficiency. You will manage the company’s procurement platforms and tools, champion sourcing and procurement best practices, enhance supplier collaboration, and oversee an offshore sourcing support function (Deal Desk).
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Business Applications, IT, Finance, and Legal to ensure procurement systems and operations are effectively aligned with enterprise goals. As a strategic leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing a scalable, future‑ready procurement systems strategy, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring seamless integration of procurement activities with broader business processes.
In this role, you will:
Lead procurement operations team and oversee procurement policies, processes and tools.
Drive process standardization and automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
Define and implement system strategy and roadmap for procurement platforms (ERP, eProcurement, etc.).
Lead reporting, analytics, and dashboards to inform procurement strategic decisions.
Coach and mentor team members; contribute to talent development and succession planning.
Establish a vendor solution for transactional and tactical sourcing and procurement activities.
Develop and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and compliance metrics across procurement activities.
Manage vendor relationships related to procurement systems and tools.
Serve as key business partner to cross functional partners including IT, Finance, Legal, and Compliance.
Qualifications
10+ years of procurement experience, preferably in a high‑growth or complex environment.
5+ years of experience developing and deploying procurement processes and tools.
3+ years of experience leading teams, with a strong ability to develop and mentor direct reports.
Expertise in procurement process & systems strategy, operations, and compliance, including industry best practices.
Proven experience in business partnerships, vendor management, supplier negotiations, and optimizing external partnerships.
Extensive experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Ariba, ERP, eProcurement) and an understanding of system configurations and reporting/analytics.
Strong operational, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with financial tools and budget management.
Base Salary Range There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign‑on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long‑term care insurance, long‑term and short‑term insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox Zoox is developing the first ground‑up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next of mobility‑as‑a‑service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast‑moving and highly execution‑oriented team.
Accommodations If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.
Job Description The Sourcing & Procurement Operations Manager is a critical, operations-focused role at the intersection of procurement and supply chain management. This role is responsible for the development, implementation, and optimization of procurement systems, processes, and tools to support strategic sourcing and operational efficiency. You will manage the company’s procurement platforms and tools, champion sourcing and procurement best practices, enhance supplier collaboration, and oversee an offshore sourcing support function (Deal Desk).
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Business Applications, IT, Finance, and Legal to ensure procurement systems and operations are effectively aligned with enterprise goals. As a strategic leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing a scalable, future‑ready procurement systems strategy, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring seamless integration of procurement activities with broader business processes.
In this role, you will:
Lead procurement operations team and oversee procurement policies, processes and tools.
Drive process standardization and automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
Define and implement system strategy and roadmap for procurement platforms (ERP, eProcurement, etc.).
Lead reporting, analytics, and dashboards to inform procurement strategic decisions.
Coach and mentor team members; contribute to talent development and succession planning.
Establish a vendor solution for transactional and tactical sourcing and procurement activities.
Develop and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and compliance metrics across procurement activities.
Manage vendor relationships related to procurement systems and tools.
Serve as key business partner to cross functional partners including IT, Finance, Legal, and Compliance.
Qualifications
10+ years of procurement experience, preferably in a high‑growth or complex environment.
5+ years of experience developing and deploying procurement processes and tools.
3+ years of experience leading teams, with a strong ability to develop and mentor direct reports.
Expertise in procurement process & systems strategy, operations, and compliance, including industry best practices.
Proven experience in business partnerships, vendor management, supplier negotiations, and optimizing external partnerships.
Extensive experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Ariba, ERP, eProcurement) and an understanding of system configurations and reporting/analytics.
Strong operational, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with financial tools and budget management.
Base Salary Range There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign‑on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long‑term care insurance, long‑term and short‑term insurance, and life insurance.
About Zoox Zoox is developing the first ground‑up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next of mobility‑as‑a‑service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast‑moving and highly execution‑oriented team.
Accommodations If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com or your assigned recruiter.
A Final Note You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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